McDonald's Malaysia has announced a RM2 million zakat contribution for 2026, bringing its cumulative zakat payments to RM16 million since 2017, alongside community assistance for asnaf families in Putrajaya.
The announcement was made during a zakat presentation ceremony at McDonald's Drive-Thru Putrajaya Precinct 2 on 3 November 2026, where RM300,000 of this year's contribution was presented to the Pusat Pungutan Zakat, Majlis Agama Islam Wilayah Persekutuan (PPZ-MAIWP).
The ceremony was attended by Federal Territories Mufti Tuan Haji Ahmad Fauwaz bin Fadzil and PPZ-MAIWP Chief Executive Officer Datuk Haji Abdul Hakim bin Amir Osman.
In addition to its zakat payment, McDonald's Malaysia distributed essential supplies to 80 asnaf families, donated 15 laptops to students from Kolej Profesional MAIWP and provided 2,800 complimentary meals to local communities across four restaurants.
According to the company, which is wholly Muslim-owned in Malaysia, the initiative forms part of its ongoing zakat obligations and community support programmes.
The announcement was made during a zakat presentation ceremony at McDonald's Drive-Thru Putrajaya Precinct 2 on 3 November 2026, where RM300,000 of this year's contribution was presented to the Pusat Pungutan Zakat, Majlis Agama Islam Wilayah Persekutuan (PPZ-MAIWP).
The ceremony was attended by Federal Territories Mufti Tuan Haji Ahmad Fauwaz bin Fadzil and PPZ-MAIWP Chief Executive Officer Datuk Haji Abdul Hakim bin Amir Osman.
In addition to its zakat payment, McDonald's Malaysia distributed essential supplies to 80 asnaf families, donated 15 laptops to students from Kolej Profesional MAIWP and provided 2,800 complimentary meals to local communities across four restaurants.
According to the company, which is wholly Muslim-owned in Malaysia, the initiative forms part of its ongoing zakat obligations and community support programmes.
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| McDonald's Malaysia announced its RM2 million zakat contribution for 2026 during a ceremony in Putrajaya on 3 November 2026. Photo: McDonald's Malaysia. |
McDonald's Malaysia's Zakat Contributions Reach RM16 Million Since 2017
The RM2 million zakat payment continues McDonald's Malaysia's annual contributions, which have totalled RM16 million over the past decade.
The company's 2026 zakat distribution programme began in Kelantan in July before extending to other states and the Federal Territories, with Putrajaya marking the programme's 10th location.
Through the programme, McDonald's Malaysia works with zakat institutions to distribute contributions and provide essential assistance to eligible asnaf households.
Dato' Haji Azmir Jaafar, Managing Director and Local Operating Partner of McDonald's Malaysia, said fulfilling the company's zakat obligations remains an important part of its business responsibilities.
"Alhamdulillah, McDonald's Malaysia is able to continue paying RM2 million in zakat this year, bringing our total contribution to RM16 million since 2017. Within the blessings we have received lies the rightful share of the asnaf community that must be fulfilled. That is why this obligation has always been part of our responsibility in conducting our business," he said.
He also acknowledged the role of customers, employees and business partners in supporting the company's continued contributions.
"The support of our customers, the efforts of our employees and the cooperation of our business partners enable us to continue fulfilling this responsibility. Through our collaboration with zakat institutions, we hope these contributions will help meet the needs of asnaf recipients and support efforts to improve their well-being," he added.
80 Asnaf Families Receive Kotak Rezeki Assistance in Putrajaya
As part of the presentation ceremony, McDonald's Malaysia distributed its Kotak Rezeki assistance packages to 80 asnaf families from Putrajaya.
The packages contained daily necessities intended to help recipients manage household expenses.
The initiative was carried out alongside the company's zakat distribution programme, which involves working with local zakat institutions to identify and support eligible recipients.
Federal Territories Mufti Tuan Haji Ahmad Fauwaz bin Fadzil highlighted the importance of fulfilling zakat obligations and managing wealth responsibly.
"Zakat teaches us to be grateful and to manage our wealth with a strong sense of responsibility. This gratitude is expressed through obedience to Allah SWT's commands, including fulfilling zakat obligations when the required conditions are met," he said.
He added that assistance should be delivered with sensitivity towards recipients' circumstances and dignity.
"Assistance must be provided with wisdom, preserving the dignity of recipients and taking their actual circumstances into account. For those who are able, support through education, skills training and employment opportunities can also help them build more stable lives."
15 Laptops Donated to Kolej Profesional MAIWP Students
McDonald's Malaysia also contributed 15 laptops to asnaf students from Kolej Profesional MAIWP during the same event.
The devices are intended to support students' educational needs, including completing assignments and accessing digital learning resources.
The contribution complements the company's assistance to asnaf households by providing practical resources that can support students throughout their studies.
2,800 Free Meals Distributed Across Four McDonald's Restaurants
The company also provided 2,800 complimentary meals to surrounding communities as part of the zakat presentation programme.
The meals were distributed through four McDonald's outlets:
The company stated that it conducts more than 10,000 community activities annually across its 385 restaurants nationwide.
These activities include birthday celebrations for children in orphanages, providing moreh meals to mosques and suraus during Ramadan, and visiting older residents at care centres during festive periods.
Dato' Haji Azmir said the company has undertaken various community activities since 2017, reaching people from different backgrounds and age groups.
McDonald's Malaysia Recognised for Corporate Zakat Contributions
In 2019, McDonald's Malaysia became the first business entity to receive the Corporate Zakat Payer Recognition Certificate from PPZ-MAIWP, according to the company.
The recognition acknowledges corporate zakat contributions made by businesses within the Federal Territories.
The company also holds halal certification from the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM).
Its latest zakat payment and accompanying community initiatives continue the programme undertaken since 2017, combining contributions to zakat institutions with direct assistance for asnaf families, students and local communities.
The RM2 million zakat payment continues McDonald's Malaysia's annual contributions, which have totalled RM16 million over the past decade.
The company's 2026 zakat distribution programme began in Kelantan in July before extending to other states and the Federal Territories, with Putrajaya marking the programme's 10th location.
Through the programme, McDonald's Malaysia works with zakat institutions to distribute contributions and provide essential assistance to eligible asnaf households.
Dato' Haji Azmir Jaafar, Managing Director and Local Operating Partner of McDonald's Malaysia, said fulfilling the company's zakat obligations remains an important part of its business responsibilities.
"Alhamdulillah, McDonald's Malaysia is able to continue paying RM2 million in zakat this year, bringing our total contribution to RM16 million since 2017. Within the blessings we have received lies the rightful share of the asnaf community that must be fulfilled. That is why this obligation has always been part of our responsibility in conducting our business," he said.
He also acknowledged the role of customers, employees and business partners in supporting the company's continued contributions.
"The support of our customers, the efforts of our employees and the cooperation of our business partners enable us to continue fulfilling this responsibility. Through our collaboration with zakat institutions, we hope these contributions will help meet the needs of asnaf recipients and support efforts to improve their well-being," he added.
80 Asnaf Families Receive Kotak Rezeki Assistance in Putrajaya
As part of the presentation ceremony, McDonald's Malaysia distributed its Kotak Rezeki assistance packages to 80 asnaf families from Putrajaya.
The packages contained daily necessities intended to help recipients manage household expenses.
The initiative was carried out alongside the company's zakat distribution programme, which involves working with local zakat institutions to identify and support eligible recipients.
Federal Territories Mufti Tuan Haji Ahmad Fauwaz bin Fadzil highlighted the importance of fulfilling zakat obligations and managing wealth responsibly.
"Zakat teaches us to be grateful and to manage our wealth with a strong sense of responsibility. This gratitude is expressed through obedience to Allah SWT's commands, including fulfilling zakat obligations when the required conditions are met," he said.
He added that assistance should be delivered with sensitivity towards recipients' circumstances and dignity.
"Assistance must be provided with wisdom, preserving the dignity of recipients and taking their actual circumstances into account. For those who are able, support through education, skills training and employment opportunities can also help them build more stable lives."
15 Laptops Donated to Kolej Profesional MAIWP Students
McDonald's Malaysia also contributed 15 laptops to asnaf students from Kolej Profesional MAIWP during the same event.
The devices are intended to support students' educational needs, including completing assignments and accessing digital learning resources.
The contribution complements the company's assistance to asnaf households by providing practical resources that can support students throughout their studies.
2,800 Free Meals Distributed Across Four McDonald's Restaurants
The company also provided 2,800 complimentary meals to surrounding communities as part of the zakat presentation programme.
The meals were distributed through four McDonald's outlets:
- McDonald's Drive-Thru Putrajaya.
- McDonald's Drive-Thru Setiawangsa.
- McDonald's Drive-Thru Sentul UOA.
- McDonald's Desa Pandan.
The company stated that it conducts more than 10,000 community activities annually across its 385 restaurants nationwide.
These activities include birthday celebrations for children in orphanages, providing moreh meals to mosques and suraus during Ramadan, and visiting older residents at care centres during festive periods.
Dato' Haji Azmir said the company has undertaken various community activities since 2017, reaching people from different backgrounds and age groups.
McDonald's Malaysia Recognised for Corporate Zakat Contributions
In 2019, McDonald's Malaysia became the first business entity to receive the Corporate Zakat Payer Recognition Certificate from PPZ-MAIWP, according to the company.
The recognition acknowledges corporate zakat contributions made by businesses within the Federal Territories.
The company also holds halal certification from the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM).
Its latest zakat payment and accompanying community initiatives continue the programme undertaken since 2017, combining contributions to zakat institutions with direct assistance for asnaf families, students and local communities.
